Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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part time full time contract

Local Contract School Services - Special Education Teacher - $42 per hour

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: Lockport, New York

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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contract travel 401(k)

Travel Physical Therapist - $2,674 per week

Company: Centra Healthcare Allied

Location: Yuba City, California

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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contract travel night shift

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,394 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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contract life insurance

Local Contract Nurse RN - Manager - $76 per hour

Company: MetaSense, Inc.

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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contract travel health insurance

Travel RN Med Surg - $2,158 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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contract travel 401(k)

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab - $3,220 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare

Location: York, Pennsylvania

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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contract travel health savings account

Local Contract Physical Therapist - $42-46 per hour

Company: Host Healthcare

Location: Pleasantville, New York

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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Personal Chef

Company: Shef

Location: New York, NY

Posted Apr 10, 2025

_Cook from your preferred kitchen, set your own schedule, & turn your passion into your paycheck with Shef!_. Shef’s culinary specialist works closely with you…

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hospital part time full time

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,182 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: Watertown, New York

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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staffing agency contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,773 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,626 per week

Company: Premier Medical Staffing Services

Location: Panama City, Florida

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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hospital contract travel

Travel CVPICU (RN) - $2,606 per week

Company: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Location: Newark, New Jersey

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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